4 Delicious No-Cook Desserts for the Holidays

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Whether you're hosting a holiday dinner or bringing dessert to a celebration, there's no need to slave in the kitchen when you can whip up and present any of the following four no-cook desserts.


Triple Chocolate Trifle
This decadent dessert is a real crowd pleaser and can easily be modified with other bakery items, ice cream and syrup flavors for those who don't like chocolate. In a tall glass or classic soda glass, put a large piece of bakery-bought brownie followed by a handful of sliced strawberries, a scoop of chocolate ice cream, a dollop of store-bought vanilla pudding, a small handful of toasted peanuts or almonds, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and a final dollop of whipped cream. Top with chocolate sprinkles or chopped toasted nuts and serve.

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Pumpkin Pudding Pie
You'll get all the flavor of pumpkin pie without turning on the oven if you create this delicious masterpiece: Mix one cup of store-bought pumpkin puree with 2/3 cup of milk. Once smooth, add one box of vanilla instant pudding and a hefty pinch of pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon. Gently mix with a cup of a thawed whipped topping and pour into a graham cracker pie shell. Refrigerate for a few hours and serve.


Spiced Pumpkin Affogato
If you love the spiced pumpkin lattes at Starbucks, you'll go crazy for this delicious ice-cream dessert. Just place a scoop of pumpkin ice cream in a glass or bowl. Top with a shot of hot espresso and whipped cream. Then sprinkle with nutmeg and serve with a side of biscotti or other cookies. Genius!

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Do-It-Yourself Cheesecake Bar
Try this twist on the tried-and-true ice-cream sundae bar: buy a couple store-made regular cheesecakes, slice, and place on plates. Set up a do-it-yourself topping bar that includes syrupy strawberry topping, hot chocolate sauce, crushed candies such as Oreos or Reese's peanut butter cups, and pecans. Hand your guest plates and let them go to town!


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